Pretrial Technical Assistance and Training Availability
The Pretrial Justice Institute (PJI), with funding and assistance from
the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), is pleased to announce an
historic opportunity for no cost technical assistance or training in the
administration of pretrial justice.
To learn more click here.
Welcome North Carolina Pretrial Services Association!
NAPSA would like to extend a very warm welcome to the North Carolina Pretrial Services Association. NCPSA makes NAPSA's eleventh affiliate association.We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship!
For information about all of our affiliates, click here
NAPSA Pretrial Practice Survey
This monograph highlights findings from a national survey of pretrial diversion programs conducted by the National Association of Pretrial Services Agencies (NAPSA). The survey is intended to increase knowledge about diversion programs, create a comprehensive national directory of these programs, and promote networking, cooperation and sharing of technical expertise. It is the first comprehensive survey of pretrial diversion programs since 1982.
Pretrial & Diversion Related Publications
NAPSA maintains a small library of historical pretrial material - numerous publications, research and miscellaneous documents collected over our 37 years of service to the field. The items are available as copies, at no cost to members.Simply view the library contents listed here and if there is something you would like to review or discuss, email your request to info@napsa.org.
PJI's 2009 Survey of Pretrial Services Programs
A new report, presenting the findings of a survey of pretrial services programs, was recently completed by the Pretrial Justice Institute (PJI), with funding from the JEHT Foundation and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). This is the fourth such survey over the past 30 years, with the prior studies having been completed in 1979, 1989, and 2001. The findings describe how pretrial services programs compare in relation to one another, in relation to programs of the past, and in relation to the standards of the American Bar Association (ABA) and the National Association of Pretrial Services Agencies (NAPSA).
Federal Probation Risk Assessment Article
Federal Probation: A Journal of Correctional Philosophy and Practice has published an article, Pretrial Risk Assessment and Case Classification: A Case Study Control, in the June 2009 edition. The author, Keith Cooprider, shares the experience of implementing the Virginia Model pretrial risk assessment and case classification guidelines in Lake County, Illinois. Highlights of the article include a discussion of the importance of using an objective pretrial risk assessment instrument, Lake County’s training and implementation experience, and the provision of differential pretrial supervision based on an objective risk instrument.Click here to read the article.
NIC Releases EBP Box Set
NIC and the Crime and Justice Institute have worked to develop tools to assist state and local jurisdictions in implementing best practices to reduce offender risks. These efforts have resulted in an "EBP Box Set", a comprehensive implementation framework that applies evidence-based principles to all concerned components of the justice system.Special Class Members
NAPSA would like to thank the following Special Class Member for their continued support:
Diversion Links
The following are links to diversion specific resources available on napsa.org:
NAPSA Code of Ethics
The board reviewed the feedback received from the membership regarding the draft Code of Ethics.
They then re-drafted and approved a final
Code of Ethics. The board is proud that NAPSA now has a formal Code of Ethics in place.
Take a look and see what you think!
Pretrial services reduce costs, improve public safety
Click below to read this story from NACO (National Association of Counties) County News in reference to the innovative, multi-jurisdictional collaborative model used at the OAR/Jefferson Area Community Corrections program in central Virginia. OAR/Jefferson is headed up by our own At Large Director, Pat Smith. The story was written by our new Service Director, Cherise Fanno Burdeen.NAPSA News Winter Edition Posted
The Winter edition of NAPSA News has been posted. Click here to get your copy!
National Institute of Corrections Training
Orientation for New Pretrial ExecutivesNext Training: August 8-12, 2010
This 40-hour program is designed to enhance the leadership capacity and promote sound pretrial release practices of, pretrial professionals with decision-making responsibilities. The program incorporates the National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies (NAPSA) Pretrial Release Standards with cutting-edge organizational and leadership strategies.
The program will provide participants with a collaborative learning environment for addressing the practical challenges facing pretrial release executives every day. In addition, the program will focus on enhancing participants' knowledge and skills, strengthening networking among attendees and other pretrial professionals, and creating a learning and problem-solving environment through peer interaction and discussion between faculty and participants.
For more information and to apply click here.
New Advocacy Brief Released
NAPSA is pleased to announce the release of a new position paper series entitled "Facts and Positions." The first edition, "The Truth About Commercial Bail Bonding," was developed in collaboration with stakeholders and pretrial justice practitioners and provides a national context for local issues. It was released at the 37th Annual Conference and Training Institute this week in Charlotte, North Carolina.